RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY PINK ZINC
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, THE BEASTS
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 5PM DU EAST, 9PM FOLLOW THE FOX
BYRON BAY BREWERY 6PM 4 ON THE FLOOR W/ STOKER + KING COASTER + JAMIE LEE DIMES + MORE
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE TASTE OF LOVE FESTIVAL
YUMMY STUDIOS, BYRON BAY, 6PM ANA DAVIS – ‘MOVING WITH THE MOON’ BOOK LAUNCH
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 7PM JARRAH DAVIDSON
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM ALISHA AND THE VOLCANIC LOVER
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE MUSIC & DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SATURDAY 2
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY DAVE SCOTT BAND
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, JACK TULLY & THE SEERS
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 5PM DJ LONGTIME, 9PM LORDY WARDY
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE TASTE OF LOVE FESTIVAL
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7PM THE SEA GYPSIES + DUSTY BOOTS
RAILWAY PARK, BYRON BAY, 4PM TWILIGHT MARKET – CHEYNNE MURPHY & MARK HEAZLETT
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 6PM OPEN MIC NIGHT
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SUNDAY 3
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 2PM WRITERS AT THE RAILS, EVENING ADAM HOLE BAND
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY HUMBLET
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY 4.30PM BOURBON STREET, 8PM MOHNDOO
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7PM ZIGGY ALBERTS (SOLD OUT)
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE TASTE OF LOVE FESTIVAL
BYRON BAY GOLF CLUB 4PM JOCK BARNES
BYRON COMMUNITY MARKET 4PM DEAD SET FUN NUGGETS, STAN CEGLINSKI, ANNA & JORDAN, ROD MURRAY DUO
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 5PM MATTHEW ARMITAGE
FRESH, BYRON BAY, 7PM SLIM PICKENS
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM SUNDAY SESSION DJS EVA J & VINNIE LADUCE (DJ SET)
HAPPY TRAVELS
See Sam from Happy Travels to sign up for the weekend trips! He will be in the student lounge Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday from 12pm til 3pm, or you can pop into their store on Jonson Street!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
If you need help writing your resume you can go to GIL any day between 12-1pm and 2-3pm; in room 8 every day except Mondays when it’s in room 7 – then email to: adminbyron@lexisenglish.com and we can print 10 free copies every day for you 🙂
RETAIL ASSISTANT
ALDIByron Bay – Part time
We’re looking for high energy team members who love to keep active and busy. A Retail Assistant at ALDI needs to be able to thrive in a fast paced, team environment and always be willing to go the extra mile for their customers and team. The role is physical in nature, so you’ll need to enjoy hands-on work and meeting deadlines and our shifts can start at 6am some mornings, and finish at 10pm others, so being flexible and available any 5 out of 7 days is important. Finally, prior experience in a fast paced, retail environment will be viewed favourably; however a positive attitude and hardworking spirit are an absolute must.
What’s in it for you? Market leading remuneration – $25.31 per hour*; Be a part of a leading international retailer; Career opportunities in our rapidly growing store network including progression to Store Management Trainee; Extensive training and development; Rotating roster and guaranteed contracted hours; 4 weeks annual leave; Work alongside friendly and supportive colleagues
You will be responsible for: Maintaining and replenishing stock storewide; Operating manual pallet moving equipment; Merchandising stock storewide; Serving and assisting customers in a professional and efficient manner; Operating tills and calculating change manually
*Hourly rate for Retail Assistants over 18 years of age.
El Camino Cantina is a large and loud Tex-Mex restaurant and bar filled with MASSIVE margaritas, LEGENDARY Tex-Mex food, colourful sombreros and Rock n Roll & entertainment! The venue itself is like no other in Australia, flooded with enough neon lights to light up the Las Vegas strip and a restored 1957 Chevy trunk overflowing with complimentary hot chips and salsas. There is a massive bar, generous dining hall & outdoor area. If you love Margaritas, Tacos & Rock n Roll, have a vibrant personality, a passion for hospitality management & service, then look no further, your lucrative career opportunity is here!
Who we are looking for: Someone with initiative and drive; Someone who thrives in a fast paced environment and loves a challenge; Strong communication skills; Professional and proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop; Friendly personality and immaculate presentation
preparing and cooking food
estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
may select and train staff
may freeze and preserve foods
Our Offer: Rewarding salary plus company benefits; Excellent staff perk and discounts at some of Australia’s best restaurants; Opportunity for career progression; Be a part of a fast-growing company; Ongoing training and career development to ensure your success
Evenings Tues to Sat
Please call 0423 329 898 or email targabyronbay@gmail.com
COOK/CHEF – THE MEZ CLUB
The Mez Club, a busy restaurant in Byron Bay, seeks a cook with proven experience in a similar role: At least 2years previous experience; Be able to maintain strict hygiene and safety procedures; Strong time Management and communication skills; Be able to work in a fast paced environment, both individually and as a team; Experience in high volume service; Experience in Stock Control; Have strong communications skills; Be Well Presented and organised; Willing and able to work split shifts and weekends; Working visa
DOMESTIC CLEANERS WANTED
Scrub Up is looking for 2 cleaners to join its residential cleaning crew.
No weekend work required. Regular roster.
Email CV to: team@scrubupcleaning.com
SPANISH SPEAKING AU PAIRS WANTED
Spanish Speaking Au Pairs Wanted Near Beautiful Byron Bay. 12 hours playing with a 3 and a half year old in exchange for accommodation. You must have a car to get your self around the area.
We are looking for a Spanish speaking Au Pair to start now. Couples Preferred.
The family is fantastic with one energetic 4 yr old boy. He has been around Spanish speaking au pairs since he was 4 Months old and understands everything we say. The little boy is slightly crazy (good crazy, not bad crazy!) he loves roaming around the deck and plays well by himself. He is pretty quirky and constantly makes us laugh with his antics. He loves collecting eggs, playing in the spa, reading books and tipping things from one container to another. We have loved our time working with these guys and we know we will always be a part of each others family! Working with them has been like working with family and we are very sad to be leaving.
The role is perfect for travelers looking to work within Byron Bay and have free accommodation. We work 15 hours a week. This is somewhat flexible and we try to fit these hours in around your job. Accommodation is included in a retro caravan. The caravan has one small double and one single bed, fully operational kitchen with cooker/oven/microwave and a toilet and shower block next to it, you also have unlimited wifi. A car is essential if you are to stay here. The family live in a rural area about a 10 minute drive into Byron Bay. This is a perfect location to go and visit the Gold Coast on your days off, only a 40 minute drive away!
Must be confident, energetic and imaginative.
Daily Tasks include: • Looking after toddler and speaking only in Spanish • Cleaning and Tidying up • Feeding and looking after the 25 Chickens! (yes, fresh eggs for you!) • Helping with the family business • Occasional extra baby-sitting in evenings(extra hours are paid)
From Trav and Amanda!
We are looking for a Spanish speaking Au Pair for our 4 year old son. We would really like to find someone who is happy to play with Atlas in Spanish so he can learn the language. We have spent years traveling and would love to have a traveler join our family! We are really flexible with hours and want to work to make sure everyone’s needs are met. We are so sad to have our current Au Pairs are leaving to travel again but are hopeful of finding some more amazing people to join our little family!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
We have another brilliant month of fun FREE activities exclusively for our LEXIS students!
All activities will be twice a day (unless stated otherwise), so both our morning and afternoon students have the opportunity to participate. Afternoon students will have their activities at 11.30am and morning students will be at 2pm (unless stated otherwise).
Joining the activities is a great way to make new friends, practice your English in a social environment , and of course have fun!!
All activities are free except for surfing ($25 for the monthly 1 hour special or $55 any day for the 2 hour lesson)!
Throughout the month we always have a variety of different activities, with a mix of sports, cooking and craft, so there’s something for everyone!
Once a month we have a free Sausage Sizzle for all of our students during the lunch break (12.15pm in front of school); this month it will be on Friday the 29th. We also have an early evening activity one Friday a month so our morning and afternoon students can mingle and enjoy some time together; this month it will be Wine and Cheese Tasting on the 15th!
We have free Yoga every Monday at 2pm and Tuesday at 11am – with Suzie in Room 8.
Every Monday at 11.30am and Tuesday at 2pm we have Coffee Club; join me or Orla for coffee, Tim Tams, games and conversations!
GIL (Guided Individual Learning) runs every day from 12-1pm and 2-3pm in Room 8. Come along to get help with anything from homework to vocabulary to writing your resume.
Teacher Kristy runs a free guided meditation every Wednesday morning between 8-8.30am in room 8.
Job Club is every Wednesday in Room 8 (with GIL). A teacher will be able to help you write resumes/cover letters, look for jobs, apply for TFN’s and give you advice on gaining your RSA or Barista license!
Don’t forget that you can book your 2-hour Surf Lessons with us anytime at Reception for just $55! Lessons are at 9am and 2pm every day, and 3.30pm on request.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
The team at Happy Travels have planned another month of brilliant weekend activities and student nights especially for you, our Lexis Byron students!
Student Nights will continue to be every Thursday, but will now be at the Happy Travels store! Meet at 8pm for free pizza, drinks and DJ!
For weekend activities they have put together a variety of free and discounted activities/trips for you; including gigs, snorkeling with turtles, kayaking with dolphins, skydiving and more!!
To join any of these activities, or any traveling you would like to do, just have a chat with our travel specialist Sam! He is here in the Student Lounge on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 12pm and 3pm.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Welcome to our four new starters joining us at Lexis Byron Bay today!
Hazuki lives in Sendai, Japan. They get lots of snow where she lives so she enjoys skiing in the winter. Her other hobbies include sports, dancing, watching movies and listening to music, and whilst she’s in Byron she wants to add surfing and yoga to this list! She wants to improve her English so she can find a job where she’s able to use the language. She chose Australia for her studies because of the the beautiful nature and warm people.
Stefan is from the German speaking part of Switzerland. In his free time he enjoys skiing and jogging. He wants to improve his English so he can make friends from all over the world when he travels Australia and New Zealand!
Georgina is from Spain. She enjoys swimming, walking in the mountains and meeting up with friends. She has a Social Integration degree and is now studying a higher degree as a social worker. She is here to improve her English so she has more confidence speaking when she goes traveling.
Saki is from Japan. Her hobbies are swimming, listening to music and watching movies with her friends. Next year she will study Wedding Planning at university and in the future she would like to organise lots of beautiful weddings! She wants to improve her English so she can help tourists when they come to Japan 🙂
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
On Thursday morning we all met in the kitchen at 11.30am for this months cooking activity – chocolate brownies!
Our ingredients included: flour, caster sugar, cocoa powder, coconut oil, coconut milk, organic dark chocolate, raspberries and walnuts. We adapted our recipe so that it is also suitable for vegans 🙂
The first thing we did was preheat the oven and prepare the baking tray, followed by combining the ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
Next, we melted the chocolate in a bowl, over some hot water so it was ready to add to the mix of flour, sugar, coconut oil, milk, raspberries and nuts.
How tasty do these raspberries look in the chocolate? 😀
All ready for the oven! (Our tray was too big so we had a genius idea to make it smaller – using some tin foil to build a little wall 😀 )
After waiting patiently for 25 minutes, our brownies were ready…
The result? DELICIOUS! 😀
For full instructions on how to make these delicious brownies, see Claire’s blog from the afternoon brownie makers here.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
For our Cooking with Chocolate activity we made delicious Vegan Brownies!
We all worked as a team, following the below recipe:
5 tablespoons coconut oil
200g dark chocolate (dairy free if you want to make it vegan)
170g of self-raising flour
3 heaped teaspoons of cocoa powder
180g golden caster sugar
230ml coconut milk
200g raspberries
200g walnuts
Method
Preheat the oven to 180ºC/350ºF/gas 4. Grease a square baking tin (roughly 20cm) with a little oil, then line with greaseproof paper.
Place a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, making sure the base doesn’t touch the water. Break 150g of chocolate into the bowl and allow it to melt, then set aside to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, sieve the flour and cocoa powder into a large bowl, then stir in the sugar. Stir in the oil, milk and melted chocolate until combined.
Chop and stir in the raspberries, remaining chocolate and most of the nuts reserving a few for the top. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle over the remaining walnuts, then place into the hot oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cooked on the outside, but still gooey in the middle.
Leave to cool for around 5 minutes, turn out onto a wire cooling rack.
We adapted it slightly by guessing how much of each ingredient to put in, rather than measuring it! We may have been slightly overgenerous with the sugar…
While we patiently waited the 25 minutes for them to bake in the oven, Maria entertained us by taking over the Happy Travels desk. I think selling travel could definitely be a future career for her!
After the timer went off we eagerly took the brownies out the oven and sat down to tuck in…
Much to our disappointment they were still very gooey in the middle. A few of us (myself included!) were so desperate for our chocolate fix that we were happy to eat them as they were, but the majority voted that we be patient and put them back in the oven for a further 15 minutes!
Back to passing the time we went…
Until they were ready 🙂 🙂 and definitely worth the wait!!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Here at Lexis, we have students from all over the world. Some come to Byron to study for a week, some for a few weeks and some, for many months! I caught up with some of our students who are lucky enough to be on a working holiday visa, to ask them a few things about their working life here in Byron…
Judith joined us from Spain in April of last year and will be with us until next November! We are delighted to also have her on board with us here at Lexis. Read on to find out how 🙂
1. WHERE DO YOU WORK?
I work in Lexis English School as a cleaner and in Orgasmic Falafel restaurant as a waitress in the street offering falafels to people, as well as cleaning, preparing and helping to put away chairs, tables etc.
2. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR JOB AND WORKING IN BYRON BAY?
The flexible schedule in most Byron jobs and the work atmosphere. Byron is a relaxed place, of course there are some busy days with stress, but there is no comparison with most of the jobs in Spain and probably in Sydney or other big Australian cities. I also like that in Byron, there are a lot of jobs where you finish at 5pm and you have a whole evening free or if you work in a restaurant, you can enjoy the whole day and work in the afternoon/evening. In Spain, most of the jobs are ‘split-shift’ so it feels like you just work all day, then go home to sleep.
3. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM JOB – AND WHERE?
My dream job is to work in a big company, analysing employees – analysing their worries, motivation, personal life and then try to create a better working environment for them, for example – maybe one employee will be more efficient and happy at work if the boss lets them finish 30 minutes earlier so that they can pick up their child from school. I would like a job that allows me to travel – a company who has offices all over the world, so that travelling is part of my job. I would love to have a flexible schedule – I could work really hard for a few weeks and then travel for one or two weeks at the end.
4. ANYTHING ELSE TO SAY?
Today is a perfect day to be proud of yourself! Have a lovely day 🙂
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Leo joined us last September from Brazil and is studying at Lexis until December next.
1. WHERE DO YOU WORK?
Fish Mongers (fish restaurant in Byron)
2. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR JOB AND WORKING IN BYRON BAY?
I love that I’m improving my English by dealing with customers and speaking with natives more often and that I’m working in a beautiful town 🙂
3. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM JOB – AND WHERE?
My dream job would be working in something that makes me feel happy every day. Ideally, this would be in Psychology and would be close to the ocean! 🙂
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Ania joined us last September from Spain and is with us until next August
1. WHERE DO YOU WORK?
I work in The Bower (hotel) as a cleaner and also in Orgasmic Falafel restaurant as a waitress.
2. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR JOB AND WORKING IN BYRON BAY?
I like working here because when you finish work you can enjoy the beach and the nature! It’s the best way to enjoy Byron – ‘like a local’! 🙂
3. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM JOB – AND WHERE?
Working as a nurse! (I am a qualified nurse). This is why I need to improve my English and work hard to achieve my goal.
4. ANYTHING ELSE TO SAY? 🙂
Living this experience in Byron is the best decision that I’ve ever made <3
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Maria has been with us since December and will study here until next July. She joins us from Spain!
1. WHERE DO YOU WORK?
I work as a cleaner and dishwasher here in Byron when I finish my classes each evening and at the weekends.
2. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR JOB AND WORKING IN BYRON BAY?
I like working here because Byron is a magical place with an amazing quality of life.
3. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM JOB – AND WHERE?
I am a qualified dentist and would love to work as one here!
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Pedro joined us from Spain last December and will be with us until the end of May.
1. WHERE DO YOU WORK?
I work in town, in Bayger. It’s a burger place, where we make really lovely and healthy burgers.
2. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR JOB AND WORKING IN BYRON BAY?
The people! The biggest beauty of Byron is the place and people. I work with a lovely team and the customers are really kind and patient. Everybody says ‘no rush’ 🙂 It’s still hospitality but in this environment, totally different vibes 🙂
3. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM JOB – AND WHERE?
Motorcycle tester and seller – in my home country of Spain or the Canary Islands.
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Lucas is from Brazil and has been with us since last March! Unfortunately he is leaving us now (we will miss you Lucas!! 🙁 ) and so, will be finishing up at work. He has been working in Byron for many months.
1. WHERE DO YOU WORK?
At the Rails!
2. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT YOUR JOB AND WORKING IN BYRON BAY?
I like working there because in my opinion, the Rails is the best place go out and have fun! Since I started working there, I have really improved my English and also get to appreciate the daily live music!
3. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM JOB – AND WHERE?
I am a Civil Engineer so my dream is to start working in this area, ideally back in my home country, Brazil.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
We are delighted to have the fabulous Suzie on board with us as our very own Lexis Yoga Teacher! Our students are really loving her classes each week. If you would like to join, her (free!) classes are every Monday at 2pm and Tuesday at 11am in room 8. 🙂
Here’s a little bit about Suzie…
1. WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?
I grew up in a city called Preston it is located North West of England, close to Manchester and Liverpool.
– 2. HOW MANY LANGUAGES CAN YOU SPEAK?
I speak Swedish and little Hebrew. Oh! and English!
– 3. I ALWAYS WANTED TO BE…
When I was younger I wanted to be an actress. As I grew older I wanted to do something that helped people.
4. WHICH COUNTRIES HAVE YOU VISITED?
I have visited many counties but a few that touched my heart are: India, Sweden, Israel, Norway, Central America, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Andaman Island, Nepal, Thailand, Most of Europe…
–5. I BET YOU DIDN’T KNOW…
I am 18 weeks pregnant! 😀
6. TELL US 5 THINGS WE SHOULDN’T MISS OUT ON WHILE IN AUSTRALIA
– Eat Vegemite
– Visit Western Australia
– Visit vineyards
– Hold a koala bear
– Feed some kangaroos
7. WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE THINGS TO DO IN BYRON?
Going to the beach (my favourite is Tallows), sitting at Main Beach and watching the sunset and walking around to check out the street artists.
– 8. DREAM HOLIDAY DESTINATION?
My dream holiday would be to visit the Maldives.
– 9. TOP TIP FOR ANYONE CONSIDERING JOINING YOUR CLASS?
Don’t be afraid if you have never tried yoga before. We all start at the same place, its just up to us where we take it. If it’s been on your mind to start yoga , that’s your calling to start, nothing is easy in the beginning but with practice its get easier.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
Don’t forget that the Byron Bay Surf Festival is on this weekend with lots of talks, exhibitions, music and of course, surfing to see! 😀
GIGS
FRIDAY 22
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, BLEACH GIRLS, PANDAMIC, EAGLE EYE JONES
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM VANESSA & THE ELECTRIC ECLECTIC
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 9AM DROP LEGS, 5PM THE TRAIL
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7PM FRIPPS & FRIPPS
HOTEL BRUNSWICK MARSHALL OKELL DUO
BRUNSWICK HEADS PICTURE HOUSE 5.30PM ZION LEVY STEWART – ‘VIVA’
FORESHORE PARK, BYRON BAY, 3PM ELENA B WILLIAMS
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 7.30PM OPEN AIR PRESENTED BY GRAYSON COOKE & EMMA WALKER
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM DUSTY BOOTS
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE MUSIC & DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SATURDAY 23
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM JUKE JOINT WAY
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM DJ LONGTIME
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7PM LUCA BRASI + GUESTS
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 4PM OVERCOMING: STORIES OF CHALLENGE, TRIUMPH & THE SEA PRESENTED BY BYRON BAY SURF FESTIVAL AND LAUREN L. HILL, 5.45PM MOMENTUM GENERATION 8.15PM BEYOND LITMUS
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM THE CHESTERFIELDS
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SUNDAY 24
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN,BYRON BAY NICK CUNNINGHAM
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM MAPSTONE
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM WAXX, THE VANNS & SEASIDE
BYRON BAY BREWERY 4PM THE KAVA KINGS
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 12PM SUNDAY SESSION DJS EVA J & VINNIE LADUCE (DJ SET)
BYRON BAY GOLF CLUB 4PM LIVE MUSIC, 4PM GREG LYON AND THE HIP OPERATION
HAPPY TRAVELS
See Sam from Happy Travels to sign up for the weekend trips! He will be in the student lounge Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday from 12pm til 3pm, or you can pop into their store on Jonson Street!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
If you need help writing your resume you can go to GIL any day between 12-1pm and 2-3pm; in room 8 every day except Mondays when it’s in room 7 – then email to: adminbyron@lexisenglish.com and we can print 10 free copies every day for you 🙂
HANDYMAN/MAINTENANCE/POOL MAINTENANCE/GARDENING
The Villas of ByronByron Bay – Part time
The Villas of Byron and Byron Beach Abodes is Luxury accommodation in Australia’s iconic Byron Bay and we are currently seeking a part time Handyman to join our team.
The primary responsibility of this position will be maintaining properties, its surrounds, gardens, and service the pools between guests checkouts and check ins. Your key duties will include:
Assist with accommodation grounds, and general property presentation
Fix/resolve building & unit general repairs & maintenance
Pool cleaning/testing/maintenance & record keeping
Maintain workshop areas and store rooms in a clean and tidy manner and maintain tools in working condition
Assist with general waste removal
Work together with internal maintenance staff and external contractors to carry out various maintenance tasks
The successful applicant will possess a strong knowledge of understanding of general property maintenance and the equipment involved. They should also have excellent knowledge and ability in garden maintenance such as planting, pruning, and landscaping. Experience in working with pools and spas would be advantageous. If you have a passion for general property maintenance, and you are a committed team player, then please forward your covering letter & resume to: escape@thevillasofbyron.com.au
Details of the role: We currently have 2 excellent Permanent Part Time Pharmacy Assistant opportunities to join our retail Pharmacy’s in Byron Bay. These positions would suit a customer focused pharmacy assistant with experience or someone willing to undergo training. The successful applicants will be required to provide exceptional customer service – ensuring all customers are greeted and served with a smile.
Your key responsibilities will include: Provide exceptional customer service and ensure all customers are greeted and served with a smile; Continually learning about new products and keeping up-to-date with in store promotions; Working as part of the LiveLife team to ensure all customers gain ‘the best’ pharmacy experience; Build and maintain effective relationships
The successful applicants will have the following skills and knowledge: Retail Pharmacy experience (Preferred); Certificate in S2S3 (Preferred); Ability to live & breathe our Values; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to laugh and smile; Be inspiring and maintain a positive attitude at all times; Ability to fully engage with your customers as well your team mates; Retail experience preferred; Experience working with cash registers; Be an enthusiastic team player; Have a great eye for presentation and detail
The successful Pharmacy Assistants will work with a supportive and friendly pharmacy team. These permanent part time roles will work across a Monday to Sunday roster. Remuneration will be based on your experience and qualifications.
LiveLife offers in-house rewards, great training opportunities, flexible working arrangements and an attractive hourly rate. Further career opportunities may be available for the right candidates.
The Byron at Byron Resort and SpaByron Bay – Casual/Temporary
With its stylish design and architecture, the multi award winning Byron at Byron Resort and Spa is inspired by its pristine surroundings. Set within a stunning subtropical rainforest. The Byron at Byron Resort provides an idyllic escape in a relaxed atmosphere whilst offering all the special touches. Our guests enjoy exceptional service, great food and wine, all with a smile.
The Byron at Byron operates as a fully integrated resort and spa with 92 suites, including 60 one bedroom Superior Suites and 32 one bedroom Spa Suites. Self-rated as five star, the resort is regarded as the industry leader in both the Byron Bay region and amongst other similar high standard properties within Australia.
We are currently seeking dedicated and experienced professionals for the following role: Casual Food and Beverage Attendants
Other roles available include: Housekeeping Attendants; Guest Service Agents
The successful applicants will maintain the resort’s highly regarded image at all times, will be passionate about achieving our business goals and possess a strong work ethic.
Requirements: Experience in either 4-5 star resorts/ hotels; Dynamic, friendly, high energy, confident and professional; Immaculate grooming; Strong verbal and written communication skills; Excellence in time management; Maturity and passion for the industry; Must be available to work weekends and public holidays
All applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply.
Have a car, motorcycle, scooter or bike? Become an Uber Eats delivery partner and help deliver food from your city’s best restaurants to hungry people across the city. Delivering with Uber Eats is a great way to earn money on your own schedule; simply sign on to the partner app and you’re set to go. It’s a simple and convenient solution for people looking for an earning opportunity that fits into their schedule.
What you need to know:· Earn great money: The more you deliver around busy dinner times, the more you earn! · Be your own boss: Deliver meals around your own schedule. · Getting started is super simple: Signing up to be an Uber Eats delivery partner is quick & easy! · Get paid weekly: Get earnings deposited into your bank account weekly.
REQUIREMENTS: Delivering by Car· Be 18 years old or older · Hold a full Australian driver’s license · Hold third party property damage insurance or comprehensive cover for your car · Ensure your car is currently registered and CTP-insured in the state you are delivering in · Access to a 1990 year or newer car
Delivering by Motorcycle or Scooter· Be 18 years old or older · Hold a valid Australian motorcycle license (probationary or full) · Hold third party property damage insurance or comprehensive cover for your vehicle · Ensure your vehicle is currently registered and CTP-insured in the state you are delivering in · Access to a 1990 year or newer motorcycle or scooter
Delivering by Bicycle· Be 18 years old or older, and be fit and able to ride a bicycle!
All of our delivery partners must pass a background check.
ADDITIONAL INFO:Our delivery partners come from all backgrounds and industries –anyone can deliver with Uber and earn great money!
WORK FOR ACCOMODATION AVAILABLE ON FARM NEAR BYRON
A beautiful farm near Byron Bay is looking for 2 happy helpers. The property is 15 minutes drive from Byron. This opportunity is available for friends travelling together because you will be sharing your own private self-contained studio. Work mostly includes cleaning, gardening, growing herbs and leafy greens along with other tasks.
Work is 20 hours per week per person for accommodation & a food allowance. Extra paid hours per week are possible. This is a stay at the farm arrangement on a week to week basis but I’d available for a few months. No couples or children thanks and either 2 men or 2 women.
Free Wi-Fi included. Amazing views and Awesome Vibes. Email a description about yourselves (ie. Age, Nationality, Experience and when you could start. byronbaywork@gmail.com Thanks 🙂
Approximately 1 hour a day of handing out flyers. Generous commission based pay. Need to be able to chat with anyone. Located in Byron Bay. Contact via text for more info.
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
Welcome to our fourteen new students joining us at Lexis Byron Bay today!
Claudia is from Girona, Spain. Her hobbies are photography and going to the cinema. She also loves to travel and be by the ocean. Whilst in Byron she is hoping to add surfing to her list of hobbies! Last year she finished her degree in Advertising and Public Relations. It has always been her dream to come to Australia so she decided to combine this with learning English for her professional future!
Li Yu is from Taiwan and goes by her nickname Lily! She joins Serena’s Elementary class and will study with us for 8 weeks. She loves Australia so is very happy and excited to be here in Byron for the next couple of months!
Hanan is from Bern, the capital of Switzerland. She likes to read books, swim and be outside in nature. She also likes to party and meet new people. She has been working for the past 4 years in event management but wanted a little break; which is what brings her to Byron! She wants to improve her English so she can find a new job in a bigger company!
Gaetan was born in France but grew up in the Canary islands. He is a sea lover and spends much of his time surfing, snorkeling and swimming. He studied Economy -Philosophy but now wants to improve his English so he can complete a Marketing course. He is looking forward to returning home with a new point of view, language and knowledge of another culture!
Joan is from Spain. His interests are history, football and going to the beach with his friends and family. During the summer he works in a hotel and in the winter he studies history. In the future he would like to travel to many countries and have a good job in hotel; English will help him with both these dreams!
Emanuel is from Italy. His hobbies are fishing and cooking. He is a professional chef and has worked for many restaurants and important hotels in Italy. He is looking forward to improving his English here in Australia!
Andrea is from Italy. He has many hobbies, including listening to music, playing basketball, going to the gym, reading and watching TV series. The thing he loves doing the most though is going out with friends! He studied to become an architect but decided it wasn’t the right career path for him and instead became a pizza maker! He went to England last year to learn English but now wants a refresher and to travel around Australia!
Cristina is from Basque country in the North of Spain. She enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and friends; going for a coffee or to the cinema and beach. She works in Human Resources and her work have told her it is important for her profession that she improves her English, which is what brings her here to Lexis!
Hong Ki is from Korea. He is studying at University and doing an internship with LG Inotek, but wanted to take a break to improve his English. He is looking forward to this new experience, studying English and achieving his goals!
Ivan is from Fuerteventura, Canary Island. He loves surfing and animals; these are two of the main things that brought him to Australia. The other reason he chose Australia for his studies is because of the marine life and forests. He needs to improve his English so he is able to study in other cities when he returns to Europe!
Haruka is from Japan. She enjoys doing yoga and art. She is here to improve her English to find a good job. She will study with us for 10 weeks before returning to Japan to find work with her new language!
Selena, Selly for short, is from Italy and the Republic of San Marino. She enjoys going out with friends, surfing and practicing yoga; all of which she’ll be able to do plenty of here in Byron! She also chose Byron for her studies as she has visited Australia 3 times before and is already so in love with this beautiful laid back town! She has worked as an accountant for a Business Financial company for 15 years but quit to come to this amazing country for a new exciting adventure!
Rumi is from Japan. Her biggest passion is dancing. She works at Costco and they often have customers from different countries, so she wants to improve her English so she is able to help them with their questions. She came to Byron 1 year ago and was so impressed with the nature, beaches, cafes and food that she knew this was the place she wanted to study!
Dorothea is from the German speaking part of Switzerland. She goes straight into Paul’s Cambridge Advanced class to prepare her for her upcoming exam!
It’s wonderful to have you all here with us <3
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Congratulations and farewell to our thirteen students graduating from Lexis Byron Bay today!
Chiara, from Italy, graduates from Elizabeth’s Cambridge Advanced class. It has been an absolute joy having her here at Lexis with us. She is a sweet, caring friendly girl with a lovely positive attitude. Her English is excellent, with her graduating at an Advanced level and Proficient in reading. Elizabeth thanks her for her contributions to class, adding that they will miss her insightful comments, her warmth and honesty. We wish you the very best for the future Kiki <3
Jan, from Switzerland, graduates from Serena’s Elementary class. He was only with us for short 2 weeks but progressed in all areas of his English and made good contributions to class discussions. We hope you continue using your English on your travels and have a great trip!
Isabell, from Germany, graduates from Serena’s Elementary class. She has improved all her English skills during her 4 weeks at Lexis, particularly her listening and speaking. It was lovely to see her attending lots of our out of class activities and making friends from the world over. Good luck with your studies at the Police academy!
Sanne, from the Netherlands, graduates from Mel’s Intermediate class. It was a pleasure having her here with us. She has made many good friends during her time in Byron and we will all miss her beautiful smile! She participated well in class and improved in all areas. Best of luck for the future!
Veronica, from Spain, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. She has been a wonderful student and we are sad to see her go. She has a lovely caring nature and was always happy to help her Lexis friends with her positive outlook. We will miss your warm nature and lovely smile Veronica!
Luca, from Switzerland, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. Kristy says he was a pleasure to teach and she enjoyed watching him progress, particularly with his grammar and speaking. We hope you have an amazing time on your travels Luca!
Max, from Switzerland, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. He always participated actively in class and made excellent contributions in class discussions. He has very good conversational English and graduates with a well deserved A! Have an awesome time on your trip around Australia!
Samira, from Switzerland, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. It has been lovely to have met her; she is so enthusiastic, friendly and always with a smile on her face. She studied hard to overcome her difficulties with grammar and should be very proud of all her progress. We wish you the very best for the future Samira!
Giulia, from Germany, graduates from Michelle’s Pre-Intermediate class. Michelle says she has really enjoyed teaching and getting to know her and enjoy her humour. She has worked hard to make excellent progress in all areas. Have a great time on your trip up North to Cairns Giulia!
Keiko, from Japan, graduates from Michelle’s Pre-Intermediate class. Michelle has loved teaching him and watching him progress. She adds that he has gained so much confidence and his speaking has improved immensely. We wish you could stay longer Keiko, but hope you continue to improve your English and fulfill your dream of becoming an English teacher!
Maria, from Spain, graduates from Adrienne’s Pre-Intermediate class. She’s made excellent progress during her studies and should be very proud of all her achievements. We hope your new language helps you achieve your goals. Have an incredible time in India.
Amelie, from Switzerland, graduates from Michelle and Adrienne’s Upper Intermediate class. This is Amelie’s second time at Lexis Byron, she completed her Cambridge course with us 2 years ago (she was in my very first intake/orientation)! It was lovely to see her again and see her quickly make new friends again! We’re glad she enjoyed her time in Byron and hope to see her again one day!
Mirko, from Switzerland, graduates from Michelle and Adrienne’s Upper Intermediate class. Adrienne says he was a great student and is fast on his way to becoming proficient in English. We hope you enjoyed your 2 week stay in Byron and have a great time on the rest of your travels!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Last Wednesday we hit the beach for our February surf lesson! We met at reception at 10am and had the lovely Blake from Lets Go Surfing pick us up and drop us to their beach-side shop location. Students got their wet-suits, tops and sun cream here and were fitted with a long surfboard.
Here is everyone learning all about surfing, before hitting the waves!
Ready for waves!! 🙂
And they’re off! 😀
Keep an eye on next months calendar and sign up for your place for our next surf lesson! See you there 🙂
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, DJS CASIMIR & LOVE SMITH
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM THE HOMBRES
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM JON J BRADLEY, 9PM PINK ZINC
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7.30PM STUMPS + NELIPOT + FLOAT THERAPY
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 6PM GREG KEW
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM JAYO & KATALYSRT
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 7.30PM VAGINA CONVERSATIONS
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE MUSIC & DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SATURDAY 16
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, THE SOUTHERN RIVER BAND
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM SOUL’D
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM DJ LONGTIME, 9PM DJ JUST SAYIN’
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7PM DOS LOONA
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 6PM OPEN MIC NIGHT
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM FINGAL & THE CURIOSITIES OF ESSEX
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SUNDAY 17
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY, JESSE PUMPHREY
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM THE TRISTIAN DUO
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 4.30PM THE HOMBRES, 8PM DJ EASY P
BYRON BAY BREWERY 5PM FRIENDZONE
HOTEL BRUNSWICK 7PM LIONHART
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 12PM EVA J & VIVA SON & VINNIE LADUCE (DJ SET)
BYRON BAY GOLF CLUB 4PM TESS LATU
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 5PM LEIGH JAMES
HAPPY TRAVELS
See Sam from Happy Travels to sign up for the weekend trips! He will be in the student lounge Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday from 12pm til 3pm, or you can pop into their store on Jonson Street!
Saturday February 16th
Byron Bay Dive Centre – Learn to dive taster session. FREE!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
On Thursday last, we gathered in the student lounge to chat all things photography!
We met at 11am and had a range of phones and cameras between us. We had a brief introductory chat to establish what we all knew about photography.
We all learned about composition (the placement of the subject(s) in the photo) and why good composition is so important. We also learned about composition guidelines such as the Rule of Thirds and how to apply that to a photo.
Finally, we also looked at perspective which was a really fun one to capture together 🙂
Having fun with our perspective shots! (See below how they took this)
Some more process shots of students capturing some exaggerated perspective 😀
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Check out these awesome portraits of our students.
(great composition too! 😉 )
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
What an amazing weekend – the lucky Lexis Legends headed down to Yamba with our an amazing crew who took them into the middle of the national park and camped with the ‘roos!
There were stunning views of the coastline!
And some even managed to do a spot of chilling by the river, seeing what they could catch and cook up!
Paddle-boarding went down a treat with plenty of laughs on the lake!
All in all it was another cracking camping trip, kicking back with some drinks, watching the sunset and sunrise, and chilling with the Kangaroos.
As always we’ll be doing another Camping with Kangaroos soon so come on downstairs and speak to Sam to get on the waiting list for the next one! Can’t wait for another awesome weekend!
If you need help writing your resume you can go to GIL any day between 12-1pm and 2-3pm; in room 8 every day except Mondays when it’s in room 7 – then email to: adminbyron@lexisenglish.com and we can print 10 free copies every day for you 🙂
PART TIME CLEANER BYRON BAY
A business in Byron Bay is seeking a part time Cleaner (up to 30 hours per week) to join our team.
Have a car, motorcycle, scooter or bike? Become an Uber Eats delivery partner and help deliver food from your city’s best restaurants to hungry people across the city. Delivering with Uber Eats is a great way to earn money on your own schedule; simply sign on to the partner app and you’re set to go. It’s a simple and convenient solution for people looking for an earning opportunity that fits into their schedule.
What you need to know:· Earn great money: The more you deliver around busy dinner times, the more you earn! · Be your own boss: Deliver meals around your own schedule. · Getting started is super simple: Signing up to be an Uber Eats delivery partner is quick & easy! · Get paid weekly: Get earnings deposited into your bank account weekly.
REQUIREMENTS: Delivering by Car· Be 18 years old or older · Hold a full Australian driver’s license · Hold third party property damage insurance or comprehensive cover for your car · Ensure your car is currently registered and CTP-insured in the state you are delivering in · Access to a 1990 year or newer car Delivering by Motorcycle or Scooter· Be 18 years old or older · Hold a valid Australian motorcycle license (probationary or full) · Hold third party property damage insurance or comprehensive cover for your vehicle · Ensure your vehicle is currently registered and CTP-insured in the state you are delivering in · Access to a 1990 year or newer motorcycle or scooter Delivering by Bicycle· Be 18 years old or older, and be fit and able to ride a bicycle!
All of our delivery partners must pass a background check.
ADDITIONAL INFO:Our delivery partners come from all backgrounds and industries –anyone can deliver with Uber and earn great money!
We are looking for an amazing fun happy person to join our lovely team. The position we have available is a casual position from 1 – 3 days per week. The position is for an immediate start with trials this week.
Retails sales experience is essential. We need someone who is able to work on their own, someone who loves to talk to people with a mature attitude.
We are looking for kitchen hand to join us at Extraordinary Foods. We are making healthy and tasty products. Our goal is to make healthy food tasty and vice versa and thus to inspire people to follow healthier lifestyle.
Details: 2-3 days per week, 7-8 hours a day; We are located in Byron Arts & Industry Estate; It is really important to work fast and stay focused; If you like healthy food, but don’t have formal cooking experience, that’s ok; Ability to not to get bored and stay concentrated while doing monotonous work; You should commit at least for 6 month work here
Please send a short story about yourself and your experience with healthy food and your CV to: olga@extraordinaryfoods.com.au
We are looking for new Pedicab riders in our ByronBay location. The riders generally make between 700-1500 a week in travel cash. Flexible shifts offered leaving you plenty of time to explore this beautiful part of Byron Bay
Please contact us to arrange an interview. We are hoping to start new team members from Monday onwards.
Heaps of events going on over the next few months and lots of money to be made.
Looking for weed chippers for casual work this week on a farm 20minutes from Byron. Must be hard working and strong. 3pm-8pm to avoid the heat of the day. Good Hourly rate.Please call to find out more info.
There is a position available in a healthy smoothie bar in Byron Bay. 20 -30 hours per week are available & more hours for the right person.
This position could lead into potential sponsorship for a qualified chef or marketing professional. Applicants must be able to commit to 6 months of employment, have experience in a fast paced take away food outlet & have knowledge & experience in customer service. Also it’s essential to have an exceptional eye for detail in product quality & consistency, a high standard in cleaning, & a good understanding of food preparation, hygiene & procedures.
Please email your resume, a photo of yourself & a brief description about your previous experience suitable to this position. Please email byronbaywork@gmail.com Suitable applicants will be notified for an interview. Thanks & we look forward to hearing from you.
We are looking for reliable, experienced and hard working individuals to join our friendly kitchen team.The work will be fast paced so best suited for someone who works well under stress.
It’s a very fun environment to be a part of and we will all enjoy a good laugh whilst getting the job done.
Good hourly rates.
If this is you, do not hesitate to contact me and send your CV through! Cheers, Michael
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
Congratulations and farewell to our twenty students graduating from Lexis Byron Bay today!
Tanja, from Switzerland, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. It has been wonderful to have met her; she is an optimistic person who is great at making conversation with others. She used all her new grammar and vocabulary well and graduates with a much deserved A! We wish you every happiness with your future travels Tanja.
Daniel, from Switzerland, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. Kristy said he was a pleasure to teach, and his positivity and warmth was always communicated through conversations with others. He used his new vocabulary and grammar well and was good at self correcting himself. We wish you all the best for the future Daniel!
Sara, from Italy, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. She has been a lovely, friendly student and made lots of friends in her 6 weeks with us. She has made great progress in all areas and has worked really hard to improve her pronunciation. We wish you all the best for the future!
Ana, from Spain, graduates from Kristy’s Intermediate class. She has worked very hard to learn all the new grammar and vocabulary taught in class. Her speaking has improved significantly and she has been practicing it lots with her new friends from different countries. All the best for your future endeavors Ana!
Bastien on his first day (boy in back row!)
Bastien, from France, graduates from Mel’s Intermediate class. He has improved in all areas during his 17 weeks at Lexis, particularly his speaking ability. We are glad he made the most of his time in Byron and will continue to do so for the remainder of his time in Australia!
Maria on her first day (far right, front row)
Maria, from Spain, graduates from Mel’s Intermediate class. Mel really enjoyed having her in the class because of her good nature and positive attitude, adding that she was able to combine a serious approach to learning with a great sense of humor. We are glad this isn’t goodbye as Maria will join us again in March for our Cambridge course! Enjoy your break Maria!
Mai, from Japan, graduates from Serena’s Elementary class. She has made brilliant progress during her time with us, with her test results reflecting this and her graduating with an A! Well done for all your hard work Mai. We hope you continue to practice your English in Japan and wish you well for the future!
Cynthia, from Switzerland, graduates from Serena’s Elementary class. She has been a respectful and hardworking student. She has made great progress in all areas of her English, particularly her speaking and listening skills. Good luck with your farm work and enjoy the rest of your time in Australia!
Gilles, from Switzerland, graduates from Serena’s Elementary class. He has made progress in all areas of his English during his short time with us. He participated well in class and would always ask questions if he was unsure – a great way to learn! Enjoy Noosa and your travels around Australia!
Eloha, from France, graduates from Serena’s Elementary class. She has been a diligent and hardworking student, as well as always positive and respectful. She achieved excellent results in all her tests and graduates with an A! Good luck with your future endeavors Eloha!
Anaid, from Spain, graduates from Claudia’s IELTS class. She was a hard working, focused and diligent student. Claudia loved having her positive attitude in the class. It’s been great to see how much her English has improved thanks to her hard work. Enjoy Lexis Perth Anaid and we’ll hopefully see you again one day!
Jenn (Jeonghyeon), from Korea, graduates from Claudia’s IELTS class.We have loved having Jen with us at Lexis for the past 6 months. She is a kind, sweet and positive person who was always lovely to everyone she met. She was also a motivated student who always participated well during class activities. We hope you enjoy Lexis Noosa as much as you enjoyed Byron!
Lucas, from Brazil, graduates from Michelle and Adrienne’s Upper Intermediate class. It has been an absolute pleasure having him here at Lexis. He has been with us since March and I loved him being a regular at many of our out of class activities. He always made an effort to make new students feel welcome and made many friends with students from all over the world. He will be very much missed, but we’re hopeful we’ll see him again one day!
Maria, from Chile, graduates from Michelle and Adrienne’s Upper Intermediate class. Her teachers loved having her in class, describing her as a great student who participated well in group discussions. She has a brilliant attitude so we are sure will continue to do well in future!
Helene, from Belgium, graduates from Paul’s Cambridge Advanced class. It has been a joy having her here with us the past 19 weeks. She was a sweet, friendly student with a positive attitude and lovely bright smile. Her teachers say she was a conscientious student who was a pleasure to teach. She graduates at an Advanced level and we are sure will do well in her upcoming Cambridge exam. You will be missed Helene!
Jerome, from Switzerland, graduates from Michelle’s Pre-Intermediate class. Michelle loved having him in class for many reasons; he worked hard, participated well in class discussions (with a great combination of intelligence and humour), was always respectful and helpful to other students. We wish you the very best for the future Jerome!
Rebecca, from Switzerland, graduates from Michelle’s Pre-Intermediate class. During her short time with us she made excellent progress and achieved good results in all her tests, giving her a well earned A! We hope you enjoyed your time here in Byron and continue to use your new language!
Patrizia, from Switzerland, graduates from Michelle’s Pre-Intermediate class. She has only been with us 3 weeks but has made great improvements in all areas, with excellent knowledge of grammar. Well done on well deserved A grade Patrizia! Good luck for the future!
Ramona, from Switzerland, graduates from Adrienne’s Pre-Intermediate class. She was only here with us for a short 2 weeks, after transferring from Lexis Perth, but it was lovely to have met her. She was a friendly, polite and respectful student. We hope you have an amazing time on your travels around Australia and Bali!
Silas, from Switzerland, graduates from Adrienne’s Pre-Intermediate class. He has made excellent progress in his 5 weeks at Lexis and should be very happy with the level his English is now at. Enjoy your trip up the East Coast of Australia!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Last Friday, we kicked off the weekend here at Lexis with some Aussie Food Tasting! We had a separate tasting for both our morning and evening students, at 11.30am in the student lounge and 2pm in room 2, meaning LOTS of food for everyone! 🙂
We had a range of delicious (and some not so delicious…!) foods to try:
Fairy Bread (white bread with margarine/butter and sprinkles)
Musk Sticks (pink semi-soft sweet stick with floral, musk flavours)
Allen’s Red Frogs (chewy jelly treats)
Macadamia Nuts (found in both New South Wales & Queensland)
Anzac Biscuits (oat biscuits)
Vegemite (yeast extract spread, popular with toast!)
Mini meat pies (pastry pies filled with meat, gravy, onion, mushrooms & cheese)
Sausage Roll (savoury pastry snack & popular party food)
Caramello Koala (chocolate bar filled with caramel)
Tim Tams (I think we all know what these are!! 😀 )
Lamingtons (a small sponge cake square coated in chocolate and coconut)
This is what tasting Vegemite for the first time looks like!!
Some shots from both our morning and afternoon tasting 🙂
Aussie food tasting was lots of fun! All of the food was finished….. except for the Vegemite! 😀
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
Welcome to our eleven new students joining us at Lexis Byron Bay today!
Kana is from Japan. She enjoys watching movies and going to the museum. She wants to improve her English so she can help overseas tourists when they visit Japan for the 2020 Olympics. She chose Byron bay for her studies because her friend lived here for a year and absolutely loved it! We are hoping Kana will enjoy it just as much 🙂
Sandro is from the German speaking part of Switzerland. He loves going hiking and biking in the summer. In the winter he enjoys going skiing and going on ski tours. He studied car diagnostics for 2 years and now works as a car mechanic. He wants to improve his English so he can speak to people from all different countries!
Makiko is from Japan. She likes going to the beach, gardening and yoga. She works as a massage therapist and is very interested in learning about health and natural medicine. She would like to improve her English so she can learn many healing skills from all over the world.
Carina is from the German speaking part of Switzerland. Her hobbies are swimming and doing yoga. She also loves to meet up with friends and go to concerts. She completed an apprenticeship as an early childhood teacher and loved her job working with children. She is now taking a few months out to travel around Australia and Asia, learning English and making lots of friends along the way!
Jun is from Japan. He works in a Junior and Senior school as teacher of the Japanese language and also in charge of the drama club. He is really looking forward to trying surfing whilst here in Byron and will be taking part in our English + Surf programme. He wants to improve his English so he can teach foreigners about the history of Okinawa, his home town.
Pascal is from the German speaking part of Switzerland. His biggest passion is motorcycling, but he also enjoys climbing and hiking in the beautiful Swiss mountains. He works as a certified metal worker, a job he really enjoys. He is here with us to improve his English for traveling!
Sirilak is from Thailand. Her family run their own business; a farm, small restaurant and shop. Her interests include drawing, painting, visiting art galleries and cooking. She is here to improve her English so she can get her dream job as a flight attendant. She chose Australia for her studies because she loves to travel and knows talking with native speakers will help her improve her English quicker
Thomas lives in the Swiss mountains, in a town called Frutiga. His hobbies are soccer, skiing, motorcycling and going out with friends. He has just completed his apprenticeship as a Poly Technician. He needs to improve his English as he will travel to Russia in August for a competition relating to his profession and will need to speak in English. He chose Byron for his studies because it is a beautiful and relaxed town and he would love to learn to surf!
Rahel is from the German speaking part of Switzerland. Her interests include sports and travelling. She is taking a gap year to travel and will then study architecture at University. She decided to study in Byron because of the beaches, surfing and warm weather, and is already in love with the nature and easy going lifestyle!
Maria is from Spain. In her free time she enjoys cooking and enjoying food and wine with her friends and family. She works in Human Resources for a Spanish hospitality company. She wants improve her English so when she returns to Spain she can find a new position as a General Manager in a hotel. She chose Australia for her studies as it has always been her dream to visit and she is looking forward to meeting people from all over the world.
Noemi is from the French speaking part of Switzerland. She likes to go swimming and on adventures! She works as a nursery nurse and works in kindergarten. She is here with us at Lexis Byron so she can refresh her English and have a holiday at the same time!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
On Wednesday we played a Soccer Match against BBELS School. The students always really enjoy this activity; it gives them a chance to show off/practice their skills, interact with students from another school, and represent Team LEXIS!
Every time we have a match I am so impressed by the level many of our students play at, and also those who haven’t played much before but get involved and give it their best!
We had a brilliant turn out, with over 20 of our students wanting to play and represent their school. We started with 11 on each side and Jeff did a great job of swapping players on and off to make sure everyone got a turn on the pitch.
We won 4-3, with Jeff and Gustavo each scoring 2 goals!
Gustavo was very humble celebrating his goals, as you can see below… 🙂
Although both teams played competitively, and of course wanted to win, there was a good friendly atmosphere and everyone shook hands after the match and got together for a group photo!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
Sam has just recently joined us, taking over from the lovely Sarah! He is part of the Happy Travels team and is our own Lexis travel specialist. He wants to help you have a memorable experience here in Australia and can be found at our Happy Travels desk every Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 12 and 3pm. Sam can help you book many weekend activities and trips around Byron but also around the rest of Australia (for great prices!). Go say hi! 😉
Here are a few things about about Sam and his travels…
1. WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?
Half an hour north of Birmingham in the middle of the UK. A small town called Stone.
2. WHICH LANGUAGES CAN YOU SPEAK?
English and a bit of French and an even smaller bit of German and Italian.
3. WHICH COUNTRIES HAVE YOU VISITED?
France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany, Poland, Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, Australia
4. WHICH COUNTRIES HAVE YOU LIVED IN?
The UK and Australia
5. WHERE IS YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD?
The coast of Bamburgh in the North east of the UK – its rugged, desolate, and has great pubs.
7. TELL US 5 THINGS WE SHOULDN’T MISS OUT ON WHILE IN AUSTRALIA
– Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Tower – cheaper than a climb, much more fun!
– Port Macquarie Koala Hospital – the only hospital for Koalas that is run completely by volunteers
– Fraser Island – 90-mile beach in particular
– Airlie Beach – go for a tour of the Whitsundays, it is stunning
– Cronuts – a kind of weird blend of doughnuts and croissants
8. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE THING TO DO IN BYRON?
The weekend markets and street food – it’s crazy how good the selection and quality is. Also a pint at the Rails.
9. WHERE WOULD WE FIND YOU AT 11PM ON A SATURDAY?
At a house party, probably in the kitchen with a bottle of rum, talking to strangers about how terrible Brexit is.
10. AND 8AM ON A SUNDAY?
Either hanging horribly from the night before, or trying to cook up some pancakes and eggs!
11. TELL US SOMETHING YOU TICKED OFF YOUR BUCKET LIST LAST YEAR
Finish my PhD and quit academia, work for a charity, and then move to Oz!
12. AND SOMETHING YOU WANT TO TICK OFF THIS YEAR
See the sunrise from the Lighthouse, I always have the best intentions but other plans always seem to get in the way!
13. TOP TRAVEL TIP
Book early – its mad how quickly things get booked on the east coast – I’ve had my fair share of last minute scrabbling!
6. DREAM HOLIDAY DESTINATION?
Morelia, Mexico – I really want to learn how to make the perfect carnitas and they’re supposed to do the best!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY COG
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM BOHEMIAN COWBOYS
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM MATT BUGGY, 9PM JOSH CASHMAN
BYRON THEATRE 7.30PM GRIGORYAN BROTHERS & WOLFGANG MUTHSPIEL
BYRON BREWERY 7PM BRAZILIAN PARTY
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 6PM OOZ
FRESH, BYRON BAY, 7PM ELENA B WILLIAMS
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM KERBSIDE COLLECTION
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE MUSIC & DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
SATURDAY 9
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY THE DEGGS, DUSTY BOOTS AND JACK BOTTS
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 12.30PM EMMA BOSWORTH, 7PM BYRON LIGHTHOUSE BAND
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 5PM DJ LONGTIME, 9PM RHYTHM & CUTLOOSE
BYRON COMMUNITY CENTRE 1PM KING LEAR BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE – NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE SCREENING STARRING IAN MCKELLEN, 7PM MOUNTAIN: A STORY OF EPIC DIMENSIONS
ARTISAN MARKET, BYRON BAY, 4PM ELENA B WILLIAMS
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 6PM OPEN MIC NIGHT
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 7.30PM KERBSIDE COLLECTION
WOODY’S SURF SHACK, BYRON BAY, 9PM LIVE DJS
THE STICKY WICKET BAR, BYRON BAY, 9PM LOCAL DJS
BYRON BAY BREWERY 7PM ASHA JEFFRIES AND BRIDGET BRANDOLINI
SUNDAY 10
HOTEL GREAT NORTHERN, BYRON BAY THE SIPPY DOWNS
RAILWAY HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 7PM Z STAR
BEACH HOTEL, BYRON BAY, 4.30PM LISA HUNT, 8PM MY HAPPY PLACE
BYRON BREWERY 5PM OKA
TREEHOUSE, BYRON BAY, 12PM DJS VINNIE LADUCE & FIENDS
BYRON BAY GOLF CLUB 4PM LIVE MUSIC, 4PM PAINTED CROW
THE SUN, BYRON BAY, 5PM ADAM HARPAZ
HAPPY TRAVELS
See Sam from Happy Travels to sign up for the weekend trips! He will be in the student lounge Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday from 12pm til 3pm, or you can pop into their store on Jonson Street!
Learn English in Byron Bay. Lexis English students study General English, IELTS, FCE, CAE and English plus Surfing and Yoga in a friendly and professional school right in the heart of Byron Bay and only 15 minutes from the beach.
Last Friday we headed to Byron’s main beach for a game of Volleyball!
After a week of glorious sunshine the sky was slightly overcast, but the temperature was still very high, with the students having to take a dip in the ocean to cool down between games.
